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Level 3 Musical Theatre

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Course Name 
Level 3 Musical TheatreAvailable for applications
Course Details
Location Mechanics’ Theatre - Wakefield College
Level Level 3
Start Date September
Duration 2 year
Mode of Study Full time
Awarding Body UAL (University of Arts London)
 
Course Overview

This Musical Theatre course at Mechanics’ Performing Arts, is for those who wish to pursue a career in the ever expanding and increasingly popular industry of musical theatre. It is a unique course that focuses on rigorous training in the three art forms of dance, drama and singing, alongside vocational and academic study that supplements and supports the practical learning. There will be a wide range of opportunities for you to perform in our professional theatre, alongside chances to attend professional performances in both regional and national venues. You will be taught by industry experienced tutors alongside visiting professionals working in the West End and nationally.

This is a practical, industry-related course with theoretical exploration threaded throughout. You will develop through weekly technique classes in the three main disciplines and undertake performance work that is based on realistic industrial activities within the specialism of musical theatre.

You will develop your abilities to learn and perfect musical theatre work and be supported in working towards your own career aspirations. You will have the opportunity to show your work in public performances, at our 160-seat professional theatre, and at other performance venues.

What you will Study

 Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts (Musical Theatre)

  • Jazz technique
  • Singing skills
  • Acting styles
  • Audition preparation
  • Choreographic projects
  • Performing Arts business
  • Devising performance material
  • Historical context of performance
  • Live performances
  • Industry related work experience
How you will be Assessed You’ll be assessed through performances, practical and theoretical based project work.
Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs at Grade 9 - 4, including English or Maths
OR
4 GCSEs at Grade 9 - 4 and Level 2 in either English or Maths
OR
Successful completion of Level 2 or equivalent at Merit grade, plus GCSE English or Maths at Grade 4 or Level 2 English or Maths

PLUS
Satisfactory interview/audition

Further Study

On completion with the appropriate pass and English and maths grades you can progress through the levels.

HND Diploma in Musical Theatre, Dance or Acting, offered at Wakefield College. Other HE courses in musical theatre, acting, dance, performing arts, education and the arts.

Course Groups (W) Vocational Course
Subject Area (W) Performing Arts
Client Group (W) 16-18
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Information last amended: 28 March 2024 15:07

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